Naslen has a cheeky reply to handling the burden of stardom at a young age: ‘Body starts aching after a while’

Key points

• Naslen is a young Malayalam actor, who has attained a star status in a relatively short time
• The actor has hit films such as Premalu and Alappuzha Gymkhana to his name that are available to stream on OTTplay Premium
• When asked about the burden of stardom, the actor gave a cheeky reply but later admitted that it is also because of the writers and directors he has collaborated with.

Naslen is the youngest Malayalam star to enter the Rs 100 crore club with the 2024 hit rom-com Premalu, which he followed up with the sports comedy Alappuzha Gymkhana this year that also went on to become a crowd-puller at the cinema. The actor is in his mid-20s, but has already become a force to reckon with. So how does the young star handle the burden of stardom at a young age? Premalu actor gave a cheeky reply and that once again proves that he can be charming in interviews too.

Naslen on stardom

Naslen is busy promoting his upcoming film Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra, which also stars Kalyani Priyadarshan. During a recent interview with Manorama Online, Naslen was asked about handling the burden of stardom at a young age, considering that even for stalwarts like Mammootty and Mohanlal, it was a step-by-step process.

"Korachu prashnam anu. Mel vedana oke edukum korachu kazhinjal. (It is slightly troublesome. Body starts aching after a while)," came the cheeky reply with a disarming smile.

But the young actor quickly clarified that he has not reached that level. “It is a step by step process for me too. It is because of the writers and directors who are giving me good projects and the good production houses, the films that I have done till now have performed well," he explained, adding that luck, along with his talent, has also helped.

Naslen’s Lokah release

Naslen’s upcoming film Lokah is set for an Onam release, which will hit theatres on August 28, 2025. The first song from the film, titled Thani Lokah Murakkaari, is out, and is already winning appreciation for its distinct tone.

Also read: Lokah first song out! Jyoti Nooran’s booming track heralds the arrival of Kalyani Priyadarshan’s superhero film 

FAQs

Q. What is the real name of Naslen?

A. Naslen's real name is Naslen K. Gafoor

Q. Is Naslen a good actor?

A. Naslen is considered to be a good actor, and his performances in films such as Premalu have impressed the audience.

Q. Which district is Naslen from?

A. Naslen is from Thrissur district in Kerala